…and why is it important? Our discussion and exploration of attachment theory will give you a better understanding of this important aspect of parenting for strong, healthy children. This is an in-person session. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and […]
Being a parent is hard and we just can never learn enough from others that have been parents, too. You are invited to our open discussion on supporting a gender or sexually diverse child. We are inviting all parents and caregivers to chat about gender and sexuality as it relates to parenting and child development. […]
This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about youth and cyberbullying. Together we will discuss ways to talk to your child about cyberbullying and strategies for developing resilient online children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention […]
Being a parent requires us to have many skills and abilities that we did not even know we needed! Join us to learn about how to fill your parental toolbox with strategies for dealing with those challenging child and adolescent moments. This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a […]
Join us for guided conversation about communication styles and what it means to both be assertive and teaching your children to be assertive too! This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families with young children and […]
How can we help our children to cope during these times of change? This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with practical and easy strategies for helping our children manage their stressors. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early […]
Being a parent is hard and we just can never learn enough from others that have been parents, too. You are invited to our open discussion, inviting all parents and caregivers to chat about different topics related to parenting and child development. September topics include: Gender and Sexuality Engaging in Hard Conversations This is a […]
Did you know that how much you talk with your child has a direct effect on their reading, writing, and communication skills in school and at home? Talking with your baby is the best way to help their brain grow. Family Champion Program is launching the LENA Start program in fall 2021. Join us as […]
Join us for a session in learning about childproofing basics, safety in and around the home, and an overview of child safety seat use in motor vehicles. This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports […]
Part of YW's Financial Literacy Workshop series, the Consumerism session seeks to get participants thinking about the impact of consumerism, how they can take control of their own buying decisions, and how to be an informed consumer. By the end of this workshop, participant will be able to define consumerism, list tips and strategies to […]
A FREE program for parents to help their kids with stress and anxiety. This workshop will provide parents with information about anxiety and children. Learn information about the difference between anxiety versus other uncomfortable emotions and how you can support your child. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a […]
Everybody has a parenting style, what’s yours? This FREE workshop will help parents/ caregivers identity their own parenting style as well as the style of their co-parent/ caregiver and will help participants find ways to align those parenting styles in ways that benefit children. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource […]
Ever wonder what your teenager is thinking? Or why they are behaving in such a way? Come join us to learn about teenage brain development and investigate together! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services […]
Do you have a big family? Are you caring for both your parents and children? Does your family have different parenting styles? Whether you have a small or big family, it can be hard to balance your parenting beliefs with others who also care for your child. This parent chat session will explore the strategies, […]
Join us for an interactive gathering at various parks for some distanced play and chat. Come for the whole time, or just for some. This causal meetup is a great way to get to know other families in our community! This is an in-person session. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family […]
Are you new to brain science and child development? Do you have a little one, and want to better understand their brain development? This session is for you. We will be covering three developmental stages: infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Come and learn about your child’s brain development during these crucial years and how you help […]
We know play is children’s language, their learning method, their day-to-day life! But how do we encourage play with creativity, imagination, and learning? In this session, parents and caregivers will explore different types of play and specific activities that they can try out with their little ones. We will explore how to change an activity […]
Did you know that how much you talk with your child has a direct effect on their reading, writing, and communication skills in school and at home? Talking with your baby is the best way to help their brain develop and grow. Join us as we explain LENA Start and how it can be used […]
Looking for easy ways to stimulate children’s creativity? Join us for easy crafts using readily available materials and learn some ways to make the most of this time with your child. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early […]
We all want to see our teenagers get through their adolescent years healthy and happy. In this session, we will talk about common mental health challenges in adolescence, how to recognize when your teen is struggling, and how to help your teen stay mentally healthy. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The […]
Come join us for an evening of meaningful conversation and a safe place to be real with other moms. Whether you’re looking for peer support, or needing practical tips you are more than welcome to join our community! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based […]
…and why is it important? Our discussion and exploration of attachment theory will give you a better understanding of this important aspect of parenting for strong, healthy children. This is an in-person session. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and […]
Did you know that the internet is where teens first learn about intimate relationships? This workshop will explore how we can keep our teens safe from the risks in the internet world and ways we can support our teens to engage in healthy relationships. This is a free workshop brought to you by the YW […]
YW Family Champions and Birth and Babies are collaborating! Please join us for a casual chat group where you can meet with an Alberta Health Services childbirth educator and connect with other parents on the topics of: pregnancy labour and birth breastfeeding feeding your baby infant sleep newborn care transition to parenthood early parenting This […]
The ability to set healthy boundaries is a skill that adults and children alike can benefit from. Healthy boundaries allow us to ask for what we need and set limits in a way that is respectful of ourselves and others in our life. This parent chat will focus on identifying, strategizing and practicing setting healthy […]
Drop by the YW Hub and meet your FRN team. There will be activities and give-aways and opportunities to meet staff and other families. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) event. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families […]
Whether you have one child, or too many to count, it can be tough to engage with your child intentionally when it feels like there’s not enough time in your day. We want our kids to feel known, loved, and valued… but where do you even begin? This session will cover some basic tools for […]
How do we promote active play? Invite your children (ages 2-8) as we use learn how to move our bodies to stay active! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families with […]
This virtual workshop will look at the link between strong emotions and impulsive behaviour in children. Facilitators will share information to build understanding around what drives challenging behaviour and some different ways to respond. This program is free! This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers […]
This workshop with provide parents and caregivers more information on potty learning, when/if children are ready, and strategies on helping children feel confident with using the potty. This is an in-person workshop. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early […]
It’s been a tough school year for many students, changing and adapting to different learning methods as we shifted through the pandemic. As we finally return to school, our children are pressured more than ever with lots of uncertainties. This session will explore the most common factors of school pressure and how we can support […]
Planning ahead and being proactive with our routines can help you, your child and your family thrive in any season. This session will provide caregivers with a framework of understanding the importance of routines and expectations, how to implement them and how to use them to grow more connected with your child. This is a […]
Restful sleep is important for good health. This workshop will talk about building a sleep routine that works for your kids so that everybody can get a good night’s rest. This workshop is free! This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network (FRN) is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention […]
Join us for an interactive gathering at various parks for some distanced play and chat. Come for the whole time, or just for some. This causal meetup is a great way to get to know other families in our community! This is an in-person session. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family […]
What do you do when your child experiences grief or disappointment? Whether they didn't get what they wanted or if they've lost a loved one, it can be hard to know how to help your child. This session will cover different levels of child development and tools you can use to help them manage the […]
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! STEAM curriculum has been booming in schools, but did you know we can teach STEAM to our little ones as well? This workshop will explore different ways to introduce STEAM to our children during the early years and how we can support cognitive development! This is a Family Resource […]
Learning how to move forward and navigate a co-parenting arrangement amongst changing relationships can be difficult. Join Family Access Services to learn more about common challenges associated to co-parenting, the benefits of establishing a healthy co-parenting arrangement and different strategies and ideas for making co-parenting more manageable. This program is free of charge and open […]
Whether your child is just starting preschool, or finishing up high school, we all want our children to thrive in school, and we hate to see them struggle. In this session, we will talk about working with your child’s teacher, navigating IPP’s and ensuring your child gets the support they need, as well as discuss […]
Learn how to use empathy and connecting words to build a strong attachment with your child. These skills truly are the life-long key of being emotionally healthy. The whole family will benefit! This is a FREE workshop brought to you by the Family Resource Network (FRN). The Family Resource Network is a collaborative service delivery […]
Are we born resilient? This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about adverse experiences and child development, followed by a group discussion about strategies for developing resilient children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and […]
Join us for an evening of community, honest conversation, and discussion about the reality of fatherhood in today’s world. How can fathers challenge social norms of parenting and grow in their ability to connect meaningfully with their children. This session will highlight a father’s role, but is not limited for those who do not identify […]
Join us for an interactive gathering at various parks around the city for some distanced play and chat. Come for the whole time, or just for some. This causal meetup is a great way to get to know other families in our community! Register
These have been very stressful times for a lot of us, especially for kids. In this session we will learn more about healthy and unhealthy coping strategies that we can teach our children to use when they are stressed, upset, scared, or feeling out of control. Register
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